Does Singapore have cold winters?

Singapore's winter technically runs from December to February, but the only thing cold about these months is the frequent rainfall. Temperatures still hover between 28°C and 32°C, while the regular showers only add to the humidity. Retreat to Singapore's many indoor attractions to escape the heat and the rain.

How cold does Singapore get in winter?

Singapore usually witnesses a minimum of 23-26 degrees Celsius and a maximum of 31-34 degrees Celsius. Based on climate records since 1929, the lowest temperature recorded till date has been 19.4 degrees Celsius on January 31, 1934 and the highest was on March 26, 1998 at 36 degrees Celsius.

Does Singapore ever get cold?

The daily temperature range has a minimum usually not falling below 23-25ºC during the night and maximum not rising above 31-33ºC during the day. May and June has the highest average monthly temperature (24-hour mean of 27.8ºC) and December and January are the coolest (24-hour mean of 26.0ºC).

Can Singapore have winter?

Does Singapore have a Winter? While Singapore is technically in the northern hemisphere – which means it's technically winter in December – our proximity to the equator (only around 130km), means you don't really get any sense of the four distinct seasons. Instead, the weather is dictated by monsoon systems.

What are winters like in Singapore?

The coolest months are December through March, with the very coldest temperatures in January. During these months, the average lows range between 71 and 73 degrees Fahrenheit. During the winter months, the average high temperatures are between 86 and 90 degrees Fahrenheit.

Staying warm in cold Singapore

Has Singapore ever snowed?

The temperatures range from 73 degrees Fahrenheit (23 degrees Celsius) to 90 degrees Fahrenheit (32 degrees Celsius). The temperatures are too high for snow formation; therefore, it does not snow in Singapore.

Which part of Singapore is coldest?

Is Singapore hotter than India?

Meanwhile the median temperature in Singapore, throughout the year, is 26ºC (79ºF) to 38º (100ºF). So conclusively, we can say that yes, depending on the season, India can get hotter than the Lion City. But overall, Singapore appears to be hotter throughout the entire year than India is.

Does Singapore have 4 seasons?

As a country near the Equator, Singapore does not have four seasons and in popular culture is known to have two - Wet and Dry. The Dry 'season' usually last from March to August, while the Wet 'season' lasts from September to February.

When was the coldest day in Singapore?

The lowest recorded temperature was 19.0 °C (66.2 °F) in 14 February 1989 at Paya Lebar. Temperature often goes above 33.2 °C (91.8 °F) and can reach 35 °C (95 °F) at times. Relative humidity has a diurnal range in the high 90s in the early morning to around 60% in the mid-afternoon, but does go below 50% at times.

Is Singapore weather bearable?

Unbearable is relative, but the short answer is that it is basically always hot and humid 365 days a year. Avoid midday and early afternoon outdoors if you're not used to the tropics.

Why is SG so hot?

Because of intense sunshine near the equator, water from Singapore's surrounding seas evaporates at a high rate. The moisture-laden air is carried to Singapore in the afternoon and evening by sea breezes, making the city humid, Prof Koh said.

Is December cold in Singapore?

While December's weather is Singapore's coolest, the temperature averages only a couple of degrees lower than the year's hottest month. December does stand out though as the month having the highest rainfall, greatest humidity and lowest sunshine.

Does Malaysia have snow?

Despite being generally accepted that it does not snow in Malaysia, there have been two instances that snowfall has been recorded in the country. The first sighting was in 1975, with the second one coming in 1993. On both occasions, the snow accumulated to a depth of 0.4 inches (10 millimeters) on Mount Kinabalu.

Is Singapore safe?

Singapore is widely regarded as one of the safest countries in the world, with consistently low crime rates, a transparent legal system, and a reliable police force supported by proactive citizens.

Does Singapore have beaches?

Yes, some of the beaches in Singapore are popular owing to the views and activities they offer to the visitors. There are east coast beaches and there beaches on Sentosa Island.

What should you not wear in Singapore?

Sleeveless or short-sleeved tops in natural fabrics such as cotton are best. Do not pack anything in polyester as it will retain the heat and make you sweaty and uncomfortable.

What is the hottest country on earth?

Mali is the hottest country in the world, with an average yearly temperature of 83.89°F (28.83°C). Located in West Africa, Mali actually shares borders with both Burkina Faso and Senegal, which follow it on the list.

Does it rain everyday in Singapore?

Singapore averages 167 rainy days per year—that's nearly one out of two days a year with a bit of rain.

Is Singapore bigger than Delhi?

Delhi is 2.07 times as big as Singapore

The NCT covers an area of 1,484 square kilometres (573 sq mi). Singapore, officially the Republic of Singapore, is a sovereign island city-state in maritime Southeast Asia.

Why is Singapore so small?

In an historical context, Singapore is so small because it is an island which the British, under Sir Stamford Raffles gained control of in 1819. The British did not need extra land beyond the island to run their affairs (the new port, etc).

Where is the hottest in Singapore?

“The highest daily maximum temperature of 36.7°C was recorded at Admiralty on May 13. This is the highest temperature ever recorded in Singapore in May, surpassing the previous record high of 36.5°C on May 16, 2010 and May 3, 2016.”

Does it snow in Dubai?

When Does it Snow in Dubai? Dubai rarely experiences snow, well, except if we are talking of artificial snows. It, however, receives a heavy shower of hailstones during the winter months. The Jumeirah and Sharjah are the areas frequently pelted by the hailstones.